“I moved out West for the winter and between the drier air, the harsher air and the intense ski sessions, my skin isn’t happy with me these days. I have Bought a bottle of Pure Vitamin E capsules that have brought me so much happiness (and relief…) for the past few weeks I use it for literally everything: blisters on my heels Vitamin E. Cracked nose? Vitamin E. It’s so simple yet so effective, better than any high-end beauty product you could buy IMO.-Frankie Krempa, Business Writer

“I’ve spent the last few weeks quarantined in my apartment, and these little baby candles are the only thing keeping every hour from feeling exactly the same. I’ve started lighting up a different scent to mark transition points in my day (Daybed for my morning routine, Rattan for my workday, Chandelier for winding down, and Kindling before bed), and it helps break the monotony. Plus, they’re so cute – looking at them and smelling them brings me so much joy. -Zoe Weiner, Beauty Editor

“I have this sheet set and they are honestly the best sheets. So much so that I texted my friend the first night saying, ‘You need to buy Casper flannel sheets.'” No other context , just a sincere request. They’re not heavy or sweaty, just super comfy, soft sheets that feel good to me. (Because nothing beats lounging in bed.)” -Samantha Leal, Associate Editor

“In a recent press kit, I found a rainbow maker, also known as a sun catcher, and thought it was just a nice decoration. hung on my window and was delighted to find that I’m a little happier when I wake up to the rainbows the sunlight creates on my walls.The one I got is connected to a wooden moon, which adds a nice spiritual zest to my bedroom.-Natalie Arroyo Camacho, lifestyle writer

“One of the highlights of my month was attending a mocktail-making class and learning how to make delicious drinks with Seedlip’s zero-proof gin. Just the flavoring – rosemary, thyme and spearmint – boosts happiness!Now every time I use it to do something around the house, I remember this fun course and it brings a smile to my face.– Emily Laurence, Senior Food & Nutrition Writer health

“No matter how much R&R I get over the holidays, January always manages to hit me like a ton of bricks. How does that always manages to be the busiest month of the year is beyond me! I wouldn’t have gotten this far without a fridge full of delicious, nutrient-dense meals from Sakara Life that I can effortlessly dig into (yes, even editors sometimes need help cooking dinner). From cozy soups, to chia-topped cherry yogurt parfaits, pastries, soba noodles, and so many leafy greens, this service always manages to make my heart (and belly) so happy. -Betty Gold, Senior Food Writer

“I’ve never really knitted anything for myself outside of the ‘flat and square’ realm, so when I saw this adorable bubble sweater on We Are Knitters I felt it was time to try out my skills at knitting a sweater. Throughout the pandemic, knitting has helped me take my eyes off the trash fire blazing outside and use my hands in a productive way that nets something I can feel, something that brings warmth (the said trash fire too, but it’s much less pleasant) So I’m going to knit We Are Knitters kits come with yarn , the right gauge of needles, and a pattern to follow. The site is full of video tutorials, so when you’re lost or confused with a stitch, you can hone your skills by watching someone else do it. -Ali Finney, Associate Editor, Brand Initiatives

“Have you ever made a batch of muffins and thought, these could be so much…bigger? Well, that’s exactly what happened to me recently, when I was disappointed in the non-bakery effect my regular sized muffin tin was giving me. Enter: the giant muffin pan. Modify any muffin recipe to fit your jumbo pan by adding about 10 minutes of baking time, and you’ll be twice as happy with twice the size. I have certainly found that to be the case. -Alexis Berger, Lifestyle Director

“I wish YSL had an auto refill option for this candle because at the end of each day I light it and melt into the blissful, relaxing, happy environment it creates.” -Finney

And now for my personal recipes for joy-inducing products, starting with these insulated slippers. First of all: they are called WAFFLE BOOTIES. Just that makes me happy. But the real reason I love them (and the reason they make me so happy) is that they’re perfect for around the house. Growing up in a Russian household meant that everyone MUST wear slippers inside the house. If you are barefoot, regardless of the temperature inside, you will definitely catch the flu and suffer, according to Russian tradition. I have seven pairs, and these are my favorite. They’re light enough for warmer temps (I live in LA, so the option of a lightweight house shoe is ideal), but will still keep your toes warm on colder days (if it drops below 50 degrees, I will associate them with a few socks for more well-being).

These days, I spend the majority of my paychecks on three things: cute dog toys that are shaped like all the things they’re not allowed to chew on (e.g. remote control, slippers, a slice of pizza, even though it makes me wonder if I’m sending the wrong message to my dogs—parenting is hard), my mortgage, and my reusable water bottles. $65 for a bottle of water is very steep, but listen: I needed a gigantic bottle of water that wouldn’t leak. I take my water bottles everywhere and have had my share of bottle leaks (one almost destroyed my laptop when I packed both in my backpack) to know it’s worth paying more for something super secure. And super functional too: Hydro Flask’s insulation is top-notch, meaning your cold drinks will stay cold all day. I brought this one to the Mojave Desert with me, and my water stayed freezing in 105 degree heat. Plus, the sheer size motivates me to drink more. No leaks, more hydration = happy me.